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Ruler: Gotarzes II (AD 40-51)
History note: Ex Ritchie W. Post, from the F. Martin Post Collection; bt F.S. Robinson, Albany, NY, iii.1988, for $50.00.
Image(height): 19.92 mm
Image(width): 22.67 mm
Method of acquisition: Given (2007-11-19) by The Post Family Trust
Circa 38 CE - 51 CE
Struck off flan
Object composed of silver Die Axis 45 degrees Weight 3.88 g
Inscription present: Diademed bust of Gotarzes left with necklace, earring and cuirass, all in circle of points
Inscription present: Arsaces seated right on throne with bow, quadriform legend around
Accession number: CM.6525-2007
Primary reference Number: 166088
BMC: Parthia 165.34
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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